The Bitter Oak

This cocktail features the intense bitterness of barrel-aged malort, which is balanced out by the sweetness of agave nectar and the tartness of fresh lemon juice. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz barrel-aged malort - 0.5 oz agave nectar - 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice - 1 dash of orange bitters - Ice cubes - Lemon twist, for garnish Instructions: 1. In a shaker, combine the barrel-aged malort, agave nectar, fresh lemon juice, and a dash of orange bitters. 2. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice cubes. 4. Garnish the drink with a lemon twist. Enjoy the unique taste of this bittersweet and tart cocktail, balanced by the oak notes of the barrel-aged malort.